Al Jazeera reports that a potential US‑Israel war on Iran could tighten global helium supplies, risking MRI scan delays and broader disruption to medical, research and industrial users.
A new U.S. disarmament proposal for Gaza is being criticized by analysts as a push for Hamas’s political surrender, exploiting the regional war to enforce an inequitable plan focused on security over political solutions and humanitarian needs.
Hong Kong cyclist Ceci Lee Sze-wing won gold in the elimination race at the Asian Track Championships in Tagaytay, upgrading from last year’s silver and adding to a season that included national titles and a national-record bronze in team pursuit.
A South China Morning Post analysis says Asia remains exposed to global shocks for a second year, warning that external trade dependencies still dim the region’s outlook despite recent policy shifts.
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and No. 2 Elena Rybakina will meet in the Miami Open semi-final after Sabalenka beat Hailey Baptiste 6-4, 6-4 and Rybakina defeated Jessica Pegula 2-6, 6-3, 6-4.
EIN Presswire reports customs took two weeks to charge the captain of a Panamanian vessel carrying 55,000 gallons, after the Prime Minister pushed for action.
Germany’s defence minister Boris Pistorius warned the economic fallout from the conflict involving Iran is an “economic catastrophe,” saying its effects are “absolutely evident.”
California nonprofit Exceptional Minds trains adults with autism in visual effects and recently helped remove a visible camera crew from Gladiator II, demonstrating new pathways into Hollywood.
A Penang man and woman were each jailed for 12 months after pleading guilty to a sexual act in the Batu Gantung Chinese Cemetery, convicted under Section 377D for gross indecency.
A senior US official’s visit to New Delhi has rekindled hopes of a defence reset with India, but analysts warn that energy concerns and the US-Israeli conflict with Iran could complicate deeper alignment.
Trainer David Hayes will run Pocketing and China Win at Sha Tin on Sunday after both missed the Hong Kong Derby; Pocketing starts in the Class Two Shaw Alumni Handicap.
Al Jazeera reports that Israeli public opinion is leaning toward greater use of force, a development that could intensify pressure on leaders and affect regional stability and diplomacy.
A Roland Berger executive warned that while China may be relatively resilient to direct shocks from the US-Israel war on Iran, it remains vulnerable to a prolonged regional demand shock that could weaken its economy.
Two teenagers were killed in Shiraz and two people died in Abu Dhabi as Israel announced strikes on Isfahan, while reports say Trump and Tehran are debating ceasefire terms.
Arrows coach Mngqithi expressed doubts that Panama are the right opponent to test Bafana, prompting debate between those who call Panama a “good test” and those seeking different preparation.
Bafana rookie Leaner says “I was always ready” after being selected for a two-leg friendly against Panama, with the first match to be held at Moses Mabhida Stadium.
BBC Wildlife Magazine spotlights a tropical island in the Panama Canal that hosts a bright pink animal known for an “astonishing trick,” highlighting the canal’s surprising wildlife.
Credendo says a Panama Supreme Court ruling against a Hong Kong-based firm has raised concerns about expropriation risk, highlighting how legal decisions can reshape investor perceptions in a shifting geopolitical landscape.
Seth Herzog apologised after an improvised remark during a Tonight Show taping drew criticism as BTS prepares a major U.S. television appearance, prompting swift backlash.
Hong Kong’s 2026 art week has expanded with new venues and a packed schedule of fairs, exhibitions and pop-ups; the South China Morning Post offers a curated guide to help visitors prioritise events.